Face lift and Neck lift
A face lift is a procedure which re-supports and tightens the neck, jowl and cheek area. A facelift generally includes a neck lift as these two procedures are complimentary. A neck lift may be performed alone, however, your surgeon will determine if this will provide the best results.
Loose neck skin or development of a full, droopy neck and the development of saggy cheeks and jowls are typically corrected with a facelift. Patients typically are seeking to restore a more youthful appearance and improve the appearance of the neck and lower face.
Face lifts contour the neck by liposuctioning excess fat, if present, as well as lift the jowl and elevate the cheek. Face lifting can require extensive incisions due to a patients age or increased sagging of the tissues or can require very minimal incisions if subtle changes are required. Despite the various trendy names that are placed upon some face lifts, the overall procedure that is performed is essentially the same with the extent of the procedure tailored to meet an individual’s goals. Typically, trendy names labeled to a face lift are pure marketing terms.
Facelift and Neck lift FAQs
- Who would benefit from a face lift or neck lift surgery?
- Who is an ideal candidate for face lift or neck lift surgery?
- What qualifications should my surgeon have?
- What are new techniques in face lift and neck lift surgery?
- What can I expect during my consultation for face lift and neck lift surgery?
- What are some of the surgical facts I need to know?
- What are some of the postoperative concerns I might have?
- What are the risks of face lift or neck lift surgery?
- Does insurance cover the cost of face lift or neck lift surgery?
Who would benefit from a face lift or neck lift surgery?
Women or men who are seeking to contour their neck and jowl and cheek areas and restore a more youthful appearance are excellent candidates. Some individuals may notice early changes and want to prevent further changes while others may notice more significant neck laxity and fullness or cheek sagging and would like regain their previous appearance.
Who is an ideal candidate for face lift or neck lift surgery?
Women or men who want to retain or restore a youthful, natural appearance to their lower face and neck area. Individuals generally are in reasonably good health and have realistic expectations.
What qualifications should my surgeon have?
A facelift is best performed by a surgeon who specializes in facial enhancement and has extensive knowledge and experience with the procedure. Dr. Andryk is a board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon. She regularly performs facelift surgery and limited incision facelift surgery to provide excellent results for her patients.
What are new techniques in face lift and neck lift surgery?
The incisional length and overall skin elevation is often reduced to provide a shortened
recovery time . In addition, the use of Tisseel® glue, a natural tissue adhesive, is used to prevent the insertion of drains and reduce bruising and swelling postoperatively.
What can I expect during my consultation for face lift and neck lift surgery?
A complete discussion occurs about what is changing in the face and neck area. The evaluation includes a discussion of how surgery can help obtain a youthful, natural appearance and what how much or how little surgery is needed to meet an individual’s goals. Computerized imaging can give an idea of a postoperative look as well.
What are some of the surgical facts I need to know?
A facelift or neck lift:
- often requires IV sedation in a surgery center for a length of 2-3 ½ hours
- is a day surgery
- creates hidden scars around the ear and results in no hair loss
- obtains a natural, balanced look that tightens both the neck and restores a youthful jaw line
What are some of the postoperative concerns I might have?
A majority of the facelifts or neck lifts performed:
- create a temporary feeling of tightness of the lower face and neck area
- result in only minor pain
- require the use of a face and chin sling for one week following surgery
- allow most individuals to return to work in 1-2 weeks after surgery
- maximal activity is generally resumed in 2 weeks after surgery
What are the risks of face lift or neck lift surgery?
A facelift should result in a more youthful appearance without the suggestion of having had the surgery or of looking “pulled”. The incisions should largely be hidden and not obvious and the hairline in front of and/or behind the ears should remain unchanged. Nerve injury, sensation loss, skin loss and bleeding (hematoma formation) may occur.
Does insurance cover the cost of face lift or neck lift surgery?
The procedure(s) are generally elective are therefore not covered by insurance.
Face/Neck Lift Procedure
